Monte Cristo Stuffed French Toast with Strawberry Syrup

Enjoy these cheesy French bread and ham sandwiches with strawberry syrup - perfect for an on-the-go dinner that’s ready in just 20 minutes!

Ingredients

12

slices French bread, 1/2 inch thick

1/4

lb shaved or very thinly sliced cooked ham

3

slices (3/4 oz each) Gruyère or Swiss cheese, cut in half

3

eggs

1/2

cup milk

2

tablespoons granulated sugar

1

tablespoon butter or margarine

Powdered sugar, if desired

3/4

cup strawberry syrup

Directions

1Top 6 slices of the bread evenly with ham and cheese, folding to fit. Top with remaining bread slices.

2In small bowl, beat eggs, milk and granulated sugar with fork or wire whisk until well mixed; pour into shallow bowl.

3In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium-low heat. Dip each side of each sandwich in egg mixture, allowing time for bread to soak up mixture. Add sandwiches to skillet. Cover; cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serve with syrup.

Expert Tips

Croque monsieur, or Monte Cristo sandwiches, are making a comeback! Traditionally a French-style grilled ham and cheese sandwich that has been dipped into a beaten egg mixture and fried in butter, this version becomes a rich and sensational French toast! Mix equal amounts of strawberry syrup and sour cream for a different topping flavor.